The Midori MD Notebook may look humble, but beneath the simple cardstock cover
is a high quality notebook that is beloved by writers and artists alike.
In this video, we’ll go over the Midori MD Notebook’s aesthetic
as well as its thoughtful details.
Keep watching to learn more about these minimalist notebooks.
Notebook Design
The Midori MD notebook has a simple and no-nonsense design
that focuses all the attention on its construction.
It comes with a book jacket made of delicate wax paper
that will develop unique marks as you use the notebook.
Beneath the jacket, the cream-colored cardstock cover
is blind embossed with the MD logo in the front.
Most of the notebooks have exposed thread binding,
which allows them to lie perfectly flat.
To protect the threads on the outside, the binding is covered with a piece of super,
which is a bookbinding cloth that has a tactile, mesh-like texture.
Almost all MD notebooks come with a ribbon marker glued to the spine.
The ribbon’s color is different depending on what ruling the paper uses.
Each notebook includes a sheet of stickers
made with the same paper found inside the notebook.
Paper Features
A notebook is only as good as its paper, and MD paper doesn’t disappoint.
The paper has been continually refined since the 1960s,
resulting in the versatile, cream-colored sheets found in every MD notebook.
It’s bleed-resistant and feather-resistant
so it pairs well with inky tools like fountain pens,
while the lightly textured surface gives pencils plenty of grip.
Notebook Types
Midori MD notebooks come in five varieties.
The Midori MD Notebook is the one that started it all.
This version comes in A5, B6 Slim, or A6 sizes.
It’s also available in three sheet styles: blank, grid, and lined.
The lines are printed in a pale gray that gives
just enough structure without pulling attention away from your writing.
The MD Notebook Light is a lightweight version of the standard MD Notebook.
Each set includes three booklets that are bound with staples rather than thread.
They’re a great option if you prefer dedicating a separate notebook to each project,
or if you simply want a lighter backpack when you’re commuting.
MD Notebook Journals are similar to MD notebooks,
but come in two special styles: Frame and Dot Grid.
The Frame Journal has three boxes at the top of the paper
that can be used for headers and dates.
One large box takes up the rest of the blank page,
giving plenty of space for journal entries and sketches.
The Dot Grid Journal brings this popular ruling style to the Midori MD notebook.
The dots are printed in light blue for a unique look that isn’t distracting.
Two larger dots in the top right corner of the page can be used to mark the date.
If the typical MD Notebook doesn’t have enough pages,
check out the One Day One Page Journal.
Like its name suggests, it includes a whopping 368 pages
so that you can dedicate one page per day.
The bottom corners on the cover and pages are perforated
so you can tear them off to mark your place.
This journal comes in an A5 size
and you can choose between blank or dot grid pages.
Midori also makes planners called MD Diaries that follow their aesthetic.
Read our blog to learn more about these simple planners
that will help organize your life.
Notebook Covers & Bags
To protect the cover of your notebook, Midori has several notebook covers available
that are made of vinyl, paper, and leather.
They’re available in multiple sizes,
so you can pair them with any Midori MD Notebook.
The clear cover is a simple way to protect your notebook.
It lets you show off the cover without needing to worry about damaging it.
Made of tear-resistant material,
the paper cover keeps the notebook free from scuffs
while still providing a pleasant texture in the hand.
The luxurious leather cover starts off a pale pink
and will slowly darken over time.
As you use it, the cover will absorb your hand oils
and pick up distinctive scuff marks and scratches.
You can also use a notebook bag for a lighter daily carry.
The clear pouch fits an A4 or A5 notebook,
plus a favorite writing instrument.
Which Midori MD Notebook is your favorite?
Let us know in the comments below.
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